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PATERNAL

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Paternal.

How to pronounce paternal:

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Paternal - as an adjective

Belonging to or inherited from one's father

Example: "Spent his childhood on the paternal farm"

Characteristic of a father

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
maternal

Relating to or characteristic of or befitting a parent

Example: "Parental guidance"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
maternalparental

Paternal - as an adjective satellite

Related on the father's side

Example: "A paternal aunt"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
agnateagnatic

Example Sentences

"He has a strong paternal instinct and is always protective of his younger siblings."
"My paternal grandparents live in a small town in Texas."
"The company offers paternal leave to support employees who become fathers."
"She inherited her artistic talent from her paternal side of the family."
"The book offers a unique perspective on the paternal role in child development."
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Word Game Points

Is PATERNAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, paternal is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PATERNAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PATERNAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, paternal is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PATERNAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is PATERNAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, paternal is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PATERNAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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